World leaders join major Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland – but no Russia or China
By Tim Lister and Sugam Pokharel, CNN (CNN) — More than 100 countries and organizations have gathered for a major conference in Switzerland…
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Philippines seeks UN confirmation of its vast continental seabed in the disputed South China Sea
By JIM GOMEZ Associated Press MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The Philippines has asked a United Nations body to formally recognize the extent of a vast…
Continue ReadingThe rise in sports betting and gambling violations by pro athletes, in 4 charts
By Annette Choi, CNN (CNN) — As the sports betting industry continues to rake in record-breaking revenue, a growing number of professional…
Continue ReadingCyprus says no let-up to fiscal discipline course as S&P raises country’s credit rating to BBB+
NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Cyprus says it won’t let up on a course of strict fiscal discipline while supporting economically vulnerable groups and…
Continue ReadingA photographer spent years memorializing some 300 sites of fatal police shootings across America
By Suyin Haynes, CNN (CNN) — In 2015 alone, 1,146 people died during or after interactions with law enforcement officials in the US. In 2016,…
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Health care providers urge Bend-La Pine Schools to pull iPads from early grades, curb use of ‘addictive tech’ in classes
Will present ‘letter of concern’ signed by 135 to school board Tuesday evening BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On behalf of 135 local pediatricians, child…
Continue ReadingCharles Barkley says he’s retiring from broadcasting after 2024-25 NBA season
By Homero De la Fuente, CNN (CNN) — Charles Barkley, the basketball Hall of Famer whose second career as a blunt, no-BS commentator on…
Continue ReadingSupreme Court’s abortion pill ruling puts new focus on conservative Trump judge in Texas
By John Fritze and Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court’s decision this week rebuffing an effort to restrict access to mifepristone…
Continue ReadingNearly 30 riders were rescued after being stuck upside down on a ride at a Portland amusement park
By Sara Smart and Dalia Faheid, CNN (CNN) — Almost 30 people were rescued and medically evaluated after being stuck hanging upside down on a…
Continue ReadingFrom religious propaganda to symbol of a nation: The story of Rio’s Christ the Redeemer statue
By Julia Buckley, CNN (CNN) — Think of Rio de Janeiro and the first image that comes to mind – no matter your own belief system – is…
Continue ReadingWorld leaders meet in Switzerland to discuss a Ukraine peace roadmap. Russia is notably absent
By JAMEY KEATEN and AAMER MADHANI Associated Press OBBÜRGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Dozens of world leaders converged on a Swiss resort Saturday to…
Continue ReadingTrader Joe’s tiny coolers are selling like hot cakes. Why and how do products go viral?
By Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN New York (CNN) — A few months ago, Thaddeus Yan heard that Trader Joe’s was preparing to sell a fairly…
Continue Reading¿Por qué el rey Carlos III celebra dos cumpleaños? El origen del desfile Trooping the Colour
Sofía Narváez (CNN) — El papel de rey del Reino Unido conlleva una larga lista de ventajas, pero quizá una de las más envidiables sea la…
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Cool conditions today and still chilly Father’s Day
Cool weather kicks into gear today with highs in the low 60s as an upper-level low dips deeper into the region, bringing in colder air from the…
Continue Reading1 person is dead and 4 others injured in apparent drive-by shooting in Fort Lauderdale, police say
By Sarah Dewberry, CNN (CNN) — One person was killed and four others were injured in what appeared to be a drive-by shooting in Fort Lauderdale…
Continue ReadingFrench protesters are standing up to the far right ahead of the country’s snap elections
By JADE LE DELEY and ELISE MORTON Associated Press PARIS (AP) — Anti-racism groups are joining French unions and a brand-new left-wing coalition in…
Continue ReadingItalian island offers free accommodation to young hikers
By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — In travel news this week, new hiking programs in Italy, America’s best restaurants and chefs and how to…
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance to host farmers market taste-testing events
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Food & Farm Alliance, a regional nonprofit serving Central Oregon, is delighted to announce a series of exciting…
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ODFW hosting upcoming bowhunting, shotgun skills classes in Central Oregon
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is hosting several workshops for people new to hunting in Central Oregon this…
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Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission OKs rules to implement ‘Beaver Bill,’ adopts updated mule deer plan
CHILOQUIN, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission, meeting in Chiloquin, adopted rules Friday to implement HB 3464 passed by the 2023…
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